Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
417 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#5860 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
22:1
American Indian
(21-22)n/a
1%
Asian
(21-22)4%
12%
Hispanic
(21-22)27%
56%
Black
(21-22)60%
5%
White
(21-22)5%
21%
Hawaiian
(21-22)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(21-22)4%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
71%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet's ranking?
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet is ranked #5860 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet often compared to?
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnetis often viewed alongside schools like Palms Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet?
417 students attend Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet offer ?
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet part of?
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet is part of Los Angeles Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet located?
Orville Wright Engineering And Design Magnet is located in the Westchester neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 9 other public schools located in Westchester.
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